Frequently Asked Questions

23 2026-10

Is it too late to hire a lawyer once a criminal case has reached the court?

In criminal cases, it is still possible to hire a defense attorney at the court stage, but the earlier they get involved, the better: the maximum detention period is 37 days from the time of detention to the approval of arrest, the review and prosecution usually takes one month, and the first-instance judgment is delivered within two to three months. There is a 10-day appeal period after the judgm...

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23 2026-10

After being granted bail pending trial, what is the general process of the case?

After being granted bail pending trial, the case will continue to proceed: the investigation will last for a maximum of twelve months, the review and prosecution will take one month, and the sentencing will be pronounced two to three months after the prosecution. The defendant is required to appear whenever summoned, report any changes in a timely manner, and strive to obtain a non-prosecution or ...

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23 2026-10

Why do criminal defense lawyers' fees vary so much?

The differences in criminal defense fees stem from the stage of the case, its complexity, the workload involved, and the lawyer's experience. Investigation, review of prosecution, and trial are charged separately. The contract should specify all relevant matters, and clients should be cautious about promises of guaranteed outcomes.

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23 2026-10

How should the heir claim the debtors' accounts receivable?

The heir's receivables can be claimed by the heir as part of the estate: prepare all the necessary evidence, such as contracts and promissory notes, check the three-year statute of limitations, first allocate the spouse's share, and, if necessary, initiate legal action and apply for preservation of the assets.

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23 2026-10

Can WeChat accounts and chat records be inherited?

Generally, WeChat accounts themselves cannot be transferred, but funds such as WeChat Wallet and LiCai Tong can be inherited as part of an estate. Chat records involve privacy and communication secrets, and their use should be limited to necessary and legal purposes.

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23 2026-10

Can Douyin and Kuaishou accounts be considered as inheritance?

The property rights of Douyin and Kuaishou accounts can be treated as inheritance. However, the transfer of the accounts themselves is subject to platform rules, and the transfer is usually accomplished through discounted compensation or the division of income. Evidence such as income records is required for this process.

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23 2026-10

Can virtual currency be inherited?

Virtual currencies have the attributes of property and can be inherited as part of an estate, but this requires evidence such as fixed private keys, wallet addresses, and transaction records. When it comes to monetizing virtual currencies, it's important to pay attention to compliance risks, and the burden of proof can be quite high.

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23 2026-10

Can the game account under my name be inherited?

Game accounts can be inherited, and virtual assets such as equipment and currency in the account can be divided as inheritance. However, the transfer of the account itself is subject to platform agreements, and additional evidence such as recharge records is required, as well as the need to contact the operator.

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23 2026-10

Can the pension be divided as part of the inheritance?

Generally, pensions cannot be divided as part of the estate. They are paid after the death of the insured and are intended for close relatives. According to Article 112 of the Civil Code, they are not considered part of the estate and should be reasonably distributed among close relatives based on the degree of their dependency and support.

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23 2026-10

Is the death compensation considered an inheritance?

The death compensation is not an inheritance. According to Article 1122 of the Civil Code, it does not belong to the property left behind at the time of death. It should be reasonably distributed among the close relatives according to the degree of support and dependence. If no agreement can be reached through consultation, the court may make a determination upon the request of any interested part...

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23 2026-10

How to handle the inheritance and transfer of central government-owned housing?

For the inheritance and transfer of central government-owned housing, the first step is to confirm the right of inheritance (through a will or statutory inheritance), then proceed with the transfer registration based on the public certificate of inheritance rights or the court's judgment document. Usually, a certificate from the property rights unit is also required, and the entire process may tak...

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